Throughout the last 52 years, as well as his holding many honorary appointments in the Canadian Forces, the personal presence in Canada of the Heir to Canada’s throne, now our King, has long been a familiar sight.Īs a young man, Charles dove under the Arctic ice cap, emerging with an inflated suit to make him somewhat resemble the Michelin Man of the tire manufacturer’s advertising fame! However amusing the photograph, the dive was a deliberate and carefully staged event by the Trudeau government. The Prince of Wales’ multi-focussed interests, ranging from a concern for the built environment to sustainable farming practices to rainforest preservation, and from humane architecture to his serving as a principal interlocutor between Islam and the West, and-above all-to his work among youth and enterprise through the Prince’s Trust-have for decades found increasing resonance amongst Canadians, and over recent years, the Trust was extended to Canada. Our thoughts and prayers are very much with all of you as you work to recover and rebuild.” The first such message in our King’s reign was sent to the people of Atlantic Canada, September 28, 2022 We would also like to express our deep appreciation to the first responders, the military and to community members who are doing so much to support others during this extremely challenging period.
We have fond memories of our recent visit to your beautiful region and know that your resilience and sense of community will help you through these unbelievably difficult times. “My wife and I were most concerned to hear of the appalling devastation caused by storm Fiona and particularly wanted to send our profound sympathy to the people of Atlantic Canada whose lives, livelihoods and properties have been so badly affected by this disaster.
"As I get older, it is particularly heartwarming to see my children coming to know and love this great country, just as the Queen and my late father have, and I and my wife in turn." St John’s, NL, 2022 “Canada is a celebrated champion of human rights, peacekeeping and diversity … with, if I may say so, Canada's commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples demonstrating a remarkable determination to forge an ever better society." Parliament Hill, Canada150, 2017
“Every time I come to Canada … a little more of Canada seeps into my bloodstream – and from there straight to my heart.” NL, 1990
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